law-abider
|law-a-bid-er|
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/ˈlɔː əˌbaɪdər/
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/ˈlɔː əˌbaɪdə/
follower of law
Etymology
Etymology Information
'law-abider' originates from the English word 'law' and the verb 'abide,' where 'abide' meant 'to remain or continue.'
Historical Evolution
'law-abide' transformed into 'law-abider' to denote a person who follows the law.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'someone who remains within the law,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who adheres to the laws and regulations of a society.
As a law-abider, she always pays her taxes on time.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39